The United Way of Central Kane County appointed a new board member at their September Board of Director's meeting.

John Neil, President, Board of Directors for United Way of Central Kane County, said "The United Way of Central Kane County is committed to making a real difference in the lives of the people who live and work in the communities of St. Charles, Elburn, LaFox, Kaneville, Campton Hills, Geneva, and Wasco. This is the time of renewed energy to continue this commitment. The Board, Staff, and I are looking forward to building our agency's legacy of caring and compassion in meeting the growing needs in our communities. In continuing this legacy of caring, we are please George Richeson is joining the board. He experience as an attorney and C.P.A. are great assets."

"Mr. Richeson enthusiasm, commitment and knowledge enhance our ability to continue our mission of the organization," said Paula Yensen, Executive Director of the United Way of Central Kane County.  "United Way plays an important role through contributions of caring people that support volunteers and agencies' program that help people in their times of personal crisis and local disasters. His viewpoint will enhance our ability in serving the needs of the community and the agencies we fund.

The 27 United Way member agencies' and 40 programs provide mental health, rehabilitation, youth activities, health care, domestic violence, and elderly support programs throughout the Fox Valley. The United Way of Central Kane County is a not for profit, philanthropic corporation dedicated to addressing community needs by strengthening local service agencies and collecting and distributing voluntary contributions that support those agencies.

Pictured, above right: Matthew Richardson, Vice President of Campaign; George Richeson; Carol McIntyre, Vice President of Finance; John Neil, President